Mahamandaleshwar Swami Prabodhanand Giri makes controversial statement in Saharanpur, suggests moving to Pakistan over mosque demolition
Mahamandaleshwar Swami Prabodhanand Giri visited Saharanpur and praised the local administration for the recent mosque demolition. He remarked that those unhappy with the action should move to Pakistan or Bangladesh, offering to cover their travel expenses. He further stated that if the land belonged to the Waqf Board, they should have presented valid documentation in court to support their claims.
VIMARSHNAARAD TVMahamandaleshwar Swami Prabodhanand Giri, who arrived in Saharanpur from Uttarakhand, visited the Police Lines to meet with the Senior Superintendent of Police. During his visit, he expressed strong support for the recent demolition of a mosque in the district, commending the police and administration for their actions. He emphasized that upholding the law is a collective responsibility.
Addressing the controversy, Swami Prabodhanand Giri stated that individuals who are troubled by the demolition should consider relocating to Pakistan or Bangladesh. He went as far as to offer to personally fund the travel expenses for anyone choosing to leave the country for this reason.
The Mahamandaleshwar also questioned the approach of the Waqf Board regarding the land dispute. He argued that if the land in question was indeed Waqf property, the board should have submitted concrete evidence and legal documents in court to substantiate their claims rather than protesting.
According to reports from the Amar Ujala network, these remarks have become a significant topic of discussion in Saharanpur. By validating the administration's actions, he reiterated that decisions regarding government or disputed land must be made strictly in accordance with the law.
This development occurs amidst ongoing administrative actions in the region. The comments made by the Mahamandaleshwar have reignited local debates surrounding religious and political sensitivities.
As of now, the local administration has not issued an official response to these statements. However, the visit by the Mahamandaleshwar and his meeting with the SSP are being viewed as significant events in the current local context.
In his concluding remarks, Swami Prabodhanand Giri stressed that no one is above the law of the land. He urged the public to refrain from obstructing administrative duties and advised that any legal disputes should be resolved through the judicial process.